Public Markets Project Manager

$68,475 - $114,125/Yr

John Hancock - Boston, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Boston, MA

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About the position

The Project Manager plays a crucial role in the global wealth and asset management division at Manulife Investment Management, providing essential project management services to support the public markets investment organization. This position involves detailed planning, tracking project milestones, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of strategic projects. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with a proven track record of attention to detail and the ability to navigate challenging situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Public Markets Business Office in organizing complex cross-functional projects with strategic impact on the investment business.
• Work with the project team to plan and execute initiatives.
• Coordinate tasks, monitor project timelines, track delivery of milestones/key metrics, identify risks and provide status updates.
• Provide project administration including scheduling meetings, managing project documentation, and maintaining project SharePoint sites.
• Participate in project meetings, document outcomes and action items, prepare reports and contribute to the overall project management process.
• Communicate and collaborate within and across the organization for input on priorities, approach and solution designs.
• Assist team members with complex items and recommend resolutions to potential issues.
• Identify when project(s) appear to be deviating from plan and develop effective remedies for bringing project(s) back on schedule when required.
• Raise issues early and prepare options to resolve.
• Work across team to improve processes (efficiency in how we manage or do work, provide updates, etc.).
• Perform other ad hoc projects or tasks related to the business office as requested.

Requirements

• 1-2 years project management experience strongly preferred.
• PMP certification would also be a benefit.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field with experience in asset management, financial services or consulting industry preferred.
• Attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively are essential for success in this position.
• Ability to coordinate and manage interconnected pieces between multiple workstreams.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, balance deliverables and ensure time schedules are maintained.
• Structured, well organized with methodical planning, analytical and execution skills.
• A capacity for constant learning from both success and failure, remaining open to change and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working independently, as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong PC skills (i.e., MS Office suite of products, strong Excel, and Power Point skills).

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Mental health benefits
• Vision insurance coverage
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance coverage
• Adoption/surrogacy benefits
• Wellness benefits
• Employee/family assistance plans
• Retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans)
• Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
• Financial education and counseling resources
• Generous paid time off program including up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time.